INTERACTIVE METHODS OF DEVELOPING PUPILS' SPEAKING SKILLS IN TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Keywords:
interactive methods, speaking skills, foreign language teaching, communicative competence, role-play, collaborative learning, oral communication, language anxiety, learner engagement, secondary educationAbstract
This article examines interactive methods of developing pupils' speaking skills in the context of foreign language teaching. Drawing on contemporary pedagogical research and classroom observations, the article argues that interactive methods significantly outperform traditional teacher-centered instruction in fostering oral communicative competence. The findings demonstrate that structured peer interaction, gamified tasks, drama-based activities, and digital communication tools create authentic, motivating environments that accelerate speaking fluency, reduce language anxiety, and build learner confidence. Recommendations for teachers on selecting and integrating interactive strategies into daily lesson plans are also provided. The article contributes to the growing body of literature that positions learner agency and collaboration as central to effective foreign language acquisition
